Legal Secretary – Antrim

Honeycomb is delighted to be partnering with a well-established law firm in Antrim to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected practice offering a supportive working environment, excellent work-life balance, and a genuinely flexible approach to working hours.

The Opportunity

Working alongside experienced Solicitors, you'll provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support, helping to manage files, prepare legal documentation, coordinate appointments, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

This role would suit an experienced Legal Secretary or an experienced legal support professional looking for a long-term opportunity with a firm that values its people and understands the importance of flexibility. The standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, however, the firm is happy to consider a four-day working week or flexibility around school drop-off arrangements for the right candidate.

About the Firm

Our client is a long-established Northern Ireland law firm with a strong reputation for delivering excellent client service. The firm offers a friendly and supportive environment where employees are valued, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and creating a positive place to work.

Opportunities to join this team are rarely available, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary looking for their next move.

Salary & Benefits

• Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
• Free on-site parking
• Flexible working options, including a four-day working week or flexibility around school drop-off
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional office closure over Christmas and a one-week office closure in July, both provided in addition to annual leave entitlement
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Friendly and supportive working environmen
• Convenient Antrim location with excellent transport links

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Solicitors
• Preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
• Managing and maintaining client files
• Audio typing and document production
• Coordinating diaries, appointments, and meetings
• Liaising professionally with clients and third parties
• Opening, maintaining, and closing files in line with firm procedures
• Responding to client enquiries by telephone and email
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the legal team

About You

• Previous experience in a legal support role within a law firm
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Excellent audio typing and document production abilities
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Professional, proactive, and team-focused approach
• High level of discretion when dealing with confidential information

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link or contact Caoimhe Fairfield at Honeycomb directly:

Email: caoimhe.f@honeycomb.jobs
Telephone: 028 9620 7050

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.

Honeycomb is an equal opportunity employer.

If this role isn't quite the right fit, we'd still love to hear from you to discuss other opportunities across the Northern Ireland legal market.